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careened

[kuh-reen'd]

careened Definition

  • 1to lean, sway, or tip to one side while in motion
  • 2to rush headlong or carelessly; move with uncontrolled speed or sudden movement

Using careened: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "careened" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The car careened off the road and crashed into a tree.

  • Example

    The boat careened dangerously to one side.

  • Example

    The drunk man careened down the street, nearly colliding with pedestrians.

  • Example

    The rollercoaster careened around the track at breakneck speed.

careened Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for careened

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Summary: careened in Brief

The verb 'careened' [kuh-reen'd] means to lean, sway, or tip to one side while in motion, or to move with uncontrolled speed or sudden movement. It is often used to describe vehicles or objects that are moving quickly and dangerously, as in 'The car careened off the road and crashed into a tree.' 'Careened' can also be used to describe people who are moving quickly and recklessly, as in 'The drunk man careened down the street.'